Tag: Capcom
-
Resident Evil Requiem Shatters Records with 5 Million Sales
Capcom’s latest installment in the Resident Evil series, Requiem, has taken the gaming world by storm, selling a staggering 5 million copies within only five days of its launch. The news broke via a press release from Capcom, revealing that Requiem’s rapid sales rate has leapfrogged that of its predecessors, such as Resident Evil Village…
-
Resident Evil 4 Remake Loses Controversial Enigma DRM
Capcom, the publisher of Resident Evil 4 Remake, recently opted to remove a contentious digital rights management (DRM) tool known as Enigma from its game. The decision came after gamers vented their frustration over the addition of Enigma DRM, which supposedly disrupted the performance of the game. In the game’s Steam database listing, it was…
-
Advanced PSSR Upscaler Debuts On PS5 Pro With Resident Evil Requiem
Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed plans to globally deploy an enhanced iteration of the PlayStation 5 Pro’s AI upscaler, the PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), in the forthcoming weeks. So far, the PSSR has augmented the resolution quality of over 50 titles on PlayStation 5 Pro. The maiden game to utilize the advanced PSSR version…
-
Breath of Fire 4’s Unexpected PC Release After 20 Years
Nearly two and a half decades after its initial PlayStation debut, Capcom’s timeless RPG masterpiece, Breath of Fire 4, has made a triumphant re-emergence on the digital platform GOG. This latest reappearance is a result of the ongoing collaboration between Capcom and GOG, a partnership that has already revived numerous vintage games, including the first…
-
Monster Hunter Wilds Surpasses Eight Million Sales in Three Days
In a stunning display of commercial success, Monster Hunter Wilds, the much-anticipated title from gaming giant Capcom, has reportedly amassed above eight million sales in a record-breaking span of just three days, the esteemed company declared. This extraordinary sales milestone exemplifies the fastest achievement for any of Capcom’s titles in the past. At the same…
-
Latest Onimusha Game Named Way of the Sword Unveiled
In the electrifying whirl of announcements at The Game Awards 2024, a particular reveal took many by surprise – the resurrected Onimusha franchise is set to make a comeback with a stimulating new title, Onimusha: Way of the Sword. While there’s no solid release date as of right now, fans globally can expect the game…
-
Classic Resident Evil 3 Set to Launch on GOG this September 25
In a thrilling announcement from gaming giants GOG and Capcom, the vintage classic Resident Evil 3 is making a grand return. Originally released on PlayStation in 1999, the beloved horror survival game is scheduled for PC debut via the GOG platform on September 25, bringing its nostalgic appeal to a new generation of gamers, as…
-
Iconic Developer of Devil May Cry and Dragon’s Dogma Departing from Capcom after a 30-Year Tenure
Renowned video game director, Hideaki Itsuno, has confirmed his departure from Capcom after three decades of producing acclaimed titles for franchises such as Devil May Cry and Dragon’s Dogma. Itsuno unveiled his decision via Twitter, expressing his desire to develop new games in a fresh environment. His move has elicited mixed reactions among fans, who…
-
More Weapons Showcased in Monster Hunter Wilds
Capcom has unveiled new trailers highlighting the array of weapons available in their forthcoming action RPG, Monster Hunter Wilds. The latest video sequences reveal features of the Hammer, Light Bowgun, Sword and Shield, Switch Axe, Dual Blades, Lance, Bow and Great Sword – concluding the introduction series of all fourteen weapon choices within the game.…
-
Capcom Announces New Resident Evil Game Under Development, Directed by Resident Evil 7’s Director
During the Capcom Next 2024 showcase, the renowned game developer confirmed that a new Resident Evil game is in the pipeline. Koshi Nakanishi, the director of the upcoming title, shared the news but did not disclose whether it’s Resident Evil 9. Nakanishi, whose prior projects include Resident Evil 5 where he served as a designer,…
-
Dragon’s Dogma 2, Along With Other Capcom Games, Surpass Revenue Expectations
Ahead of a fiscal 2024 earnings report, Capcom has adjusted their estimated earnings due to strong sales from its game catalog, specifically Dragon’s Dogma 2 and Street Fighter 6. Capcom has increased its net sales forecast by 8.9% resulting in a new estimate of 152,400 million yen ($979 million) for the fiscal year, showing an…
-
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective Returns This Summer
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, the puzzle-solving mystery game, is returning this summer with new HD visuals and availability across more platforms than ever. Originally released on the Nintendo DS™ in 2010, the game is now being resurrected for PlayStation®4 (PS4™), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, and PC via Steam. Players take on the role of Sissel,…